Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
buchholzii
ID:
316776

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 21: 263 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316108



Common Names

  • Buchholz's Baloghia
  • Buchholz Baloghia
  • Baloghia buchholzii


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Synonyms

  • Baloghia mackeeana Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Baloghia buchholzii (also called 'Buchholzii Baloghia' and 'Buchholzii', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid with a slender stem, reaching a height of about 10 cm. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in wet montane forests. It grows on trees, rocks and other surfaces.

Uses & Benefits

Baloghia buchholzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baloghia buchholzii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baloghia buchholzii is a terrestrial orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is best grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil mix in partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the mature clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Baloghia buchholzii

Baloghia buchholzii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Baloghia buchholzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baloghia buchholzii?

Baloghia buchholzii

What type of plant is Baloghia buchholzii?

Tree

What are the common names of Baloghia buchholzii?

Buchholz's Baloghia

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19706: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.